For many Americans, snoring is viewed as an annoyance but not a serious problem. When the snoring becomes excessive and prevents the patient from being able to sleep, however, it becomes a medical problem that needs to be taken care of immediately. Trouble breathing in your sleep, waking up in the middle of the night, and persistent fatigue are all symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea or OSA. OSA is a common but very serious medical condition that can be diagnosed by a physician in your area.
Sleep apnea affects more than 20 million Americans and occurs when your airway is blocked during sleep due to throat muscles sporadically relaxing throughout the night. These episodes can last anywhere from a couple of seconds to minutes and can occur more than thirty times in a given hour. These non-breathing pauses can ruin your REM cycle and switch you to a lighter sleep that can, in turn, cause serious health issues.
If you find that any of these symptoms sound familiar, there’s no need to worry. We provide a variety of treatment options at Cypress Family Dental, including (but not limited to) a CPAP machine or wearable oral appliances. If you suffer from sleep apnea, don’t wait, schedule an appointment at Cypress Family Dental today.
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